Deputy Technical Engineering Lead

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Deputy Technical Engineering Lead for the Sizewell C project. This role involves overseeing design and engineering for enabling works and earthworks, ensuring compliance with technical requirements. Candidates should have extensive experience in engineering practices, particularly in the civils and nuclear sectors, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Civils and/or nuclear projects.
• Experience in earthworks sector.
• Extensive experience in the UK's engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Define design, engineering, and technical requirements.
• Oversee design production and manage assurance review.
• Manage Engineering & Technical budget and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Engineering Practices

Project Management

Education

Degree in relevant field

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19.05.2025

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Job Description

Role: Deputy Technical Engineering Lead (Enabling Works & Earthworks)
Position: Contract
Location: Sizewell C / London Office (Hybrid Working)

Duration: Long-Term Rolling Contract

Type: Full-time

Rate: TBC - Inside IR35

The Opportunity

Are you seeking a career that is rewarding, at the forefront of project development, and where you can make a significant impact? Join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and be part of one of the UK's most exciting and largest megaprojects. Following the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project, now under construction, has received planning approval and Government financing support. When completed, SZC will provide reliable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, supporting Britain in achieving Net Zero by 2050 alongside renewable energy sources.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Deputy Engineering & Technical Lead to join our dynamic team. Our teams operate flexibly, with a hybrid working model that includes office and home-based work, supported by a full suite of IT equipment to ensure comfort and efficiency.

The Role

As the Deputy Engineering & Technical Lead (Enabling Works & Earthworks), you will be part of the Engineering and Technical function within the Civil Work Program organisation, leading the delivery of all CWP Enabling Works & Earthworks design on behalf of the SZC Client. This critical role includes:

• Defining design, engineering, and technical requirements.
• Ensuring design deliverables meet technical requirements (including Digital Requirements) and managing the assurance review and stage gate process.
• Overseeing design production by the Design Supply Chain to support the delivery schedule, including planning, procurement, and construction.
• Managing the Responsible Designer (Edvance and CNEPE) Technical Scope and coordinating with the Design Authority.
• Coordinating and integrating the Enabling Works & Earthworks design with the design of other Portions, including Main Civils Works, Ancillary Works, and Marine & Tunnelling.
• Supporting Construction and Manufacturing Quality.
• Managing the Engineering & Technical budget and associated resources related to enabling works & earthworks.

The Skills

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Civils and/or nuclear projects, particularly in the earthworks sector, and hold a degree in a relevant field. Key skills and qualifications include:

• Extensive experience in the UK's engineering practices and procedures.
• Clear understanding of design and engineering interfaces with construction teams, commissioning teams, supply chain, and third parties.
• Significant leadership experience in managing ground engineering teams and major projects.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a large and complex project environment.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills, capable of interacting at various levels, including Management Team, client departments, design delivery teams, and third-party authorisers.

If you possess the skills and experience detailed above and are ready to make a difference in the UK's energy future, we would love to hear from you!

Join the Future of Energy!

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a vital role in one of the UK's most critical energy projects, we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to shape the future of energy at Hinkley Point C.

Application Information:

If this sounds of interest, please APPLY NOW with your CV and a cover letter highlighting your suitability for this exciting role.

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